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periostraca Meaning
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periostraca (pl.)
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periostraca Sentence Examples
- The periostraca, the outermost layer of a gastropod shell, acts as a protective covering.
- The periostraca of marine mussels is composed of calcium carbonate and organic compounds.
- The periostraca of land snails is thinner and less calcified than in marine species.
- The periostraca can also contain pigments that give the shell its color.
- Damage to the periostraca can expose the underlying carbonate layer to erosion.
- Some predators, such as sea stars, target the periostraca of mollusks as a food source.
- The periostraca of some bivalves, such as oysters, can be cultured to create pearls.
- The periostraca of gastropods can provide information about their diet and habitat.
- The periostraca of cephalopods, such as squid, is composed of a chitinous material.
- The periostraca of certain ammonites exhibits intricate patterns and ornamentation.
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The periostraca, the outermost layer of a gastropod shell, acts as a protective covering.
The periostraca of marine mussels is composed of calcium carbonate and organic compounds.
The periostraca of land snails is thinner and less calcified than in marine species.
The periostraca can also contain pigments that give the shell its color.
